Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its spectacular box office run into the fourth week, enchanting audiences with its compelling blend of mythology, folklore, and intense action. Directed by Rishab Shetty and produced by Hombale Films, the Kannada blockbuster has now amassed over ₹818 crore worldwide, with an impressive ₹110 crore+ gross coming from the Telugu-speaking states alone. This achievement crowns it as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, and the second-highest dubbed film in Telugu states, trailing only behind KGF: Chapter 2.
The film is also closing in on the $5 million milestone in North America, underscoring its global appeal. Fans can look forward to the English-dubbed version releasing on October 31, featuring a tighter runtime aimed at expanding the film’s international reach and further boosting box office numbers.
Allu Arjun, the Pan-Indian star, has lauded Kantara Chapter 1, praising Rishab Shetty’s storytelling brilliance and the film’s ability to resonate deeply with diverse audiences. Arjun highlighted the film’s authentic portrayal of cultural folklore fused with captivating action, calling it “a landmark in Indian cinema” and applauding its massive success as well deserved.
With its continuing box office momentum and critical acclaim, Kantara Chapter 1 stands as a shining example of Indian cinema’s growing global influence and storytelling prowess.
